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(Learning Objective 1, 5: Making an investment decision) Infografix Corporation’s consolidated sales for 20X6 were $26.6 billion, and expenses totaled $24.8 billion. Infografix operates worldwide and conducts 37% of its business outside the United States. During 20X6, Infografix reported the following items in its financial statements (amounts in billions):
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Foreign-currency translation adjustments |
$(202) |
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Unrealized holding on available-for-sale investments |
(328) |
As you consider an investment in Infografix stock, some concerns arise. Answer each of the following questions:
1. What do the parentheses around the two dollar amounts signify?
2. Are these items reported as assets, liabilities, stockholders’ equity, revenues, or expenses? Are they normal-balance accounts, or are they contra accounts?
3. Are these items reason for rejoicing or sorrow at Infografix? Are Infografix’s emotions about these items deep or only moderate? Why? (Challenge)
4. Did Infografix include these items in net income? in retained earnings? In the final analysis, how much net income did Infografix report for 20X6?
5. Should these items scare you away from investing in Infografix stock? Why or why not? (Challenge)
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